10/13 Tell him there are fourteen more where that came from. Mind you bring it me back!" "Stay a minute, father; there is better news behind," said Gerard, flushing with joy at the joy he caused. Eli, my good friend and master, now we two can die happy whenever our time comes. This dear boy will take our place, and none of these loved ones will want a home or a friend." From that hour Gerard was looked upon as the stay of the family. He was a son apart, but in another sense. |